To Elisha Bartlett 1848 August 19 letter.

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To Elisha Bartlett 1848 August 19 letter.

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Darby discusses his negative views of Edward Doyle's efforts to assist runaway slaves in Kentucky. He states that the main source of conflict between slave and free states is political power rather than the welfare of slaves. He recommends transferring slaves from Kentucky and neighboring states to the Deep South to avoid problems following potential emancipation in Kentucky.

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